Ep 7. The Girls That Refuse

As the seventh episode of Kakegurui season 1 begins, Yumeko is once again on the hunt, determined to take down anyone standing in her way of total domination. This time, she has set her sights on a trio of classmates who have joined forces to try and resist the allure of the gambling world - but Yumeko is never one to give up easily.

The three girls, Mary, Suzui, and Itsuki, have formed an alliance against the twisted world of high-stakes gambling that surrounds them. They're determined to protect each other and to stay away from the games, no matter how tempting they might be. But when Yumeko sets her sights on them, they realize that their resistance might not be enough to keep them safe.

As Yumeko begins to target the girls individually, she quickly finds that each of them has something to offer in the world of gambling. Mary is a skilled gambler herself, with a talent for reading her opponents that rivals Yumeko's own. Suzui, meanwhile, has an uncanny ability to know when something is amiss, making him a valuable partner in any game. And Itsuki, while inexperienced at gambling, has a natural charisma and charm that could make her dangerous in the right circumstances.

As the episode progresses, Yumeko pits herself against each of the girls in turn, pushing them to their limits and testing their resolve. She uses her usual tactics, of course - intimidation, manipulation, and her frighteningly intense gaze - but she also finds herself growing close to each of the girls in her own way. With Mary, she realizes that she might finally have a true rival, someone who can match her skill for skill. With Suzui, she discovers a kindred spirit who shares her disdain for the corrupt system they find themselves in. And with Itsuki, she sees someone who is struggling to find her place in the world - and who could be easily swayed down a dark path.

Ultimately, though, Yumeko knows that her goal is to bring each of the girls into the world of gambling, to show them the thrill and excitement of taking risks and winning big. She knows that they resist this at first, but she's willing to do whatever it takes to break through their defenses. And so, as the episode progresses, she begins to use her powers of persuasion to try and convince each of them to join her side, to embrace the world of gambling and all the danger and excitement that comes with it.

The Girls That Refuse is a tense, gripping episode of Kakegurui that explores the complex relationships between Yumeko and the other students at Hyakkaou Private Academy. It's a reminder that even those who resist the lure of the gambling world are not safe from Yumeko's influence, and that anyone can be drawn into the high-stakes games that she so loves. With fantastic animation, strong character development, and a thrilling plot, this episode is not to be missed by any fan of the series.